VideoLAN VLC media player 2.2.x is prone to a use after free vulnerability which an attacker can leverage to execute arbitrary code via crafted MKV files. Failed exploit attempts will likely result in denial of service conditions.
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Score 8.0 from GitHub Security Advisory (severity: HIGH) published 2022-05-14. NVD baseline CVSS 8.0; sources differ by 0.0.
VideoLAN VLC media player 2.2.x is prone to a use after free vulnerability which an attacker can leverage to execute arbitrary code via crafted MKV files. Failed exploit attempts will likely result in denial of service conditions.
July 11, 2018
November 21, 2024
| Vendor / Ecosystem | Fixed in / Patch | Released | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| ubuntu | vlc-plugin-sdl (2.2.2-5ubuntu0.16.04.5+esm1) @ xenial | 2026-05-28 | ubuntu |
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Working exploit code is in the public domain (1 Metasploit module) (1 Exploit-DB entry). Defenders should treat patch urgency accordingly — public PoCs typically lead to mass-exploitation within 24-72 hours.
VLC Media Player - MKV Use-After-Free (Metasploit)
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